Which of the following statements correctly describes how the jet stream effects local weather?

As the jet stream moves southward, it will bring with it colder temperatures.

Air pressure south of the jet stream is greater than north of the system.

O Clear nice weather follows along the jet stream as its winds move eastward.

O The jet stream moves storms in to areas with its slow low level winds.

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Mohamed Parsons

2 April, 18:52

Which of the following statements correctly describes how the jet stream effects local weather?

As the jet stream moves southward, it will bring with it colder temperatures.

Air pressure south of the jet stream is greater than north of the system.

O Clear nice weather follows along the jet stream as its winds move eastward.

O The jet stream moves storms in to areas with its slow low level winds.

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Maddison Irwin · Answer 1

Jet streams are like rivers of wind high above in the atmosphere. These slim strips of strong winds have a huge influence on climate, as they can push air masses around and affect weather patterns ... Temperature also influences the velocity of the jet stream